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F-One Bandit S

2026

The Bandit's send-focused sibling

Model familyStandardS
Big AirFreestyleAdvancedPro

Brand

F-One

Struts

3

Sizes

6–12 m²

Frame

Dacron frame

KSO Editorial Scores

The same ten characteristics, scored 1–10 for every kite in the index — comparable across all brands. How we rate →

Data checked: July 2026

Jump / Boost9/10
Hangtime8/10
Turning speed8/10
Bar pressure6/10
Relaunch7/10
Wave drift5/10
Unhooked pop7/10
Low-end power6/10
Upwind drive8/10
Ease of use5/10

Preliminary editorial scores — final confirmation pending.

Model years

Sizes & RRP

6789101112

Available

About this kite

The Bandit S splits F-One's icon into a dedicated big-air and freestyle expression: more aggressive lift, sharper loop behaviour and slack tuned for passes, while the standard Bandit keeps the all-round brief. Same Delta C-Shape DNA, considerably more intent.

About F-One

F-ONE kiteboarding brand logo

F-ONE

F-ONE is a French kitesurfing and wing foiling brand offering kites, boards, bars, wings and foils.

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